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September is Suicide Prevention Month and the #988Lifeline is here to support you. No matter what you are going through, there is help. The Lifeline’s toll-free number, 988, will co...

September 15 - October 15 This annual celebration recognizes the achievements by Hispanic Americans who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico, and the Spanish-speaking nations of Central America, Sou...

September is National Preparedness Month and we will be exploring how to "Take Control in 1, 2, 3" in any emergency situation. Older adults can face greater risks when it comes ...

The Darien District 61 Educational Foundation proudly recognizes Mr. Manu Raju as the 2023 Great Starts in District 61 Honoree. This award recognizes former students of District 61 w...

Senior citizens are a vital part of the community and there are many agencies and organizations that provide services to Darien's seniors. We will be highlighting some of them this month, start...

From April 1st through the second full week of December, residents can take advantage of weekly yard waste and food scrap collection services (composting) with Lakeshore Recycling Systems (LRS). Th...

Panhandling can be found in most busy communities, generating many questions and complaints from residents. A panhandler is defined as someone who asks people for money in a public place. A federal...

In celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Route 66 in 2026, Darien will install a monument sign commemorating this event. Funding for the sign is provided by a grant from the Illinois Office of To...

It's the time of year when bats are most active and the DuPage County Health Department wants residents to remember to never touch or capture bats, especially in your home. Rabies is a deadly ...

Most schools have specific guidelines for drop-off and pick-up. They create these guidelines to keep children safe during these high-traffic times, so be sure to review them carefully. Here are som...